The Build Show Podcast

On today’s podcast I’m joined by special guest Jeff Rettig, VP of Supply Chain at Builders First Source to talk about the crazy spike in the commodities market especially surrounding lumber products. Lumber prices have sky rocketed recently by almost 4 times compared to what they were this time last year and with demand increasing and supplies tightening due to varying factors, it’s having a huge impact across the industry. For the average sized house build, the lumber alone is costing around $26,000 to $30,000 more than normal and lead times have been gradually increasing with many having to wait as long as 6 months. Save the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

On today’s episode I’m joined by two very special guests from the go-to company for all your sealant caulk, and stain needs -- Sashco. Nathan and Les are discussing all things supply chain disruption (it sure has been crazy out there) and what to do if you can’t find your preferred product for a build. With an increased demand for housing and this bottleneck in the supply chain, it’s become a little (a lot) more difficult to source the products we need. Big companies like Sashco are no different and have been placed on percentage allocation until things are back to normal meaning they’ve had to adapt to make things work. With back-orders looking to affect companies until mid-summer, we likely won’t see normal trade resume until early fall. With this in mind, Nathan and Les are talking us through some of the key features to look out for when making performance tradeoffs to meet your business’s demand. They’ve even provided us with a cheat-sheet that you guys can refer back to when needed: https://info.sashco.com/sealantsSave the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

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On this week’s episode I’m talking all about net zero homes. Having built several net zero homes I definitely see the benefit of them from both an environmental and financial perspective. Especially down here in Texas where solar energy doesn’t just supply your home’s energy, but also nets you a profit if you want to sell it back to the grid. However, I do think the term net zero is thrown around a lot and sometimes can effect a build in a negative way. So tune in to found out whether or not I think you should build a net zero home, or as I prefer to define it, a net zero capable or net zero ready home. You might be surprised by what I have to say…Save the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

The discussion highlights how crucial it is to clarify your project before seeking a builder. Homeowners should have detailed plans and a clear budget in place. The podcast also dives into the challenges of selecting the right builder and navigating construction bids. Insights on communication and relationship-building with builders are shared, emphasizing their impact on a successful project. Lastly, listeners get practical tips on what to observe during ongoing construction to ensure they make an informed choice.

On this week’s episode of the Build Show Podcast I want to talk about mistakes, specifically in business and tell you about one of my biggest mistakes I made when I first started out. Speculative projects and debt. I started my company in 2005 and was working entirely on speculation. Throwing my own money into developments in the hope that these potential clients I was speaking to would stick to their word and buy the property for X amount when it was finished. Then the recession hit. Housing prices tanked and one project left me in almost £300k worth of debt. It took me until 2015 to clear off that debt and ever since, I’ve been basically debt-free and I only work on paid client projects now, building specifically to their needs and with their budget, mitigating the risk for myself and my family. Tune in below for the full story and my advice on taking on debt and budgeting for a small building business and so you don’t make the same mistakes I did.Save the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

The Build Show Podcast is here! In today’s episode I wanted to take some time to introduce myself, Matt Risinger, and share my story of how I got to where I am today. I talk all about my first building experience, back when I was in Junior High working on some porches for locals, my journey through college, my first real grad job working for a national building company (where I stayed for 7 years and learnt a lot!), and the idea to start my own company too. So, if you’re new to the Build Show, welcome! We post content daily over on Build Show Network and twice a week on my personal Youtube channel, Matt Risinger.Save the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

Matt introduces the Build Show Podcast and provides details of his background, as well as the importance of having access to great information and mentors in the building industry. Listen in to find out what great guests and information Matt has geared up for this season of The Build Show Podcast.Save the Date for Build Show LIVE 2025 in Dallas, TX: October 16-18, 2025! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.